Main fundraiser photo

Help George Loewen get a much needed surgery

Donation protected
Hello, dear friends, we are trying to raise money for George Loewen from Barnwell Alberta Canada,

George has faced a lifetime of health challenges. Born without an esophagus, doctors managed to stretch it enough for him to eat, allowing him to live a fairly normal life despite his health struggles. Throughout his life, George has always had a caring heart, giving to others without asking for help himself. Now, it's time for us to help him. George has endured 22 surgeries due to ongoing health issues. He has been in the hospital a lot of times during his life. Five years ago, a lump in his esophagus turned out to be cancer, necessitating radiation, chemotherapy, and ultimately, the removal of his entire esophagus. That creates a lot of complications in his body, Although George has been cancer-free for five years, he cannot swallow anything and relies on tube feeding at night. This prevents him from getting a good night's rest as he must always lie on his back to keep the tube in place. He recently had a seizure, it scared his mom so much, she called 911 the ambulance came to pick him up and they brought him to the hospital, he was turning blue in his face already, before he finally came out of it.

George lives with his mother, who provides him with devoted care despite their financial struggles. Unable to work due to his health issues, he hasn’t been able to have a job for 6 years now, he loves to work, so he would gladly have a job but it’s not an option right now. George receives a small check from the government, but it is not enough to cover all the daily expenses. His mother recently suffered a severe shoulder injury from a fall, preventing her from working and adding to their financial strain.

Despite the obstacles, there is hope. George has the chance to receive a new esophagus, a procedure unavailable in Canada but possible in the US at an overwhelming cost. However, a doctor in Mexico has offered to perform the surgery at a more affordable rate. Yet, for a family already struggling to make ends meet, the expense remains daunting. The cost just for the surgery is about 75,000 US dollars.

This is where we come in. By coming together, we can help George regain the simple, yet profound ability to eat normally again. Let’s make a difference in his life by providing the support he needs for this critical surgery. Please pray for them and share this link, and donate if you can, Every contribution brings George closer to a future where he can enjoy the everyday act of eating, something many of us take for granted.

Imagine the joy of giving George the gift of a normal life. Join us in this cause, and together, we can help George reclaim his health and well-being.

"Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ." — Galatians 6:2
Donate
Donate

Organizer and beneficiary

Cornelius Bueckert
Organizer
Hays, AB
Sarah Loewen
Beneficiary

Your easy, powerful, and trusted home for help

  • Easy

    Donate quickly and easily

  • Powerful

    Send help right to the people and causes you care about

  • Trusted

    Your donation is protected by the GoFundMe Giving Guarantee